Gather round, Calgary. We’ve compiled the ultimate list of ghastly, ghoulish and downright harrowing activities to take part in this Oct. 31.

Halloween’s origins come from the Celtic celebration of Samhain — a holiday marking the end of the harvest and beginning of winter — and is set to land on Friday, Oct. 31 this year.

Calgarians love to take part in the fun, with jack-o-lanterns at the doorstep, whimsical decorations, and candy to hand out to eager kids in costume.

Whether you’re looking for a scare or some good, old-fashioned Halloween fun, there’s plenty to do in and around the city this All Hallows’ Eve.

If you’d rather skip the trick-or-treating, here’s our roundup of all the most spooktacular events happening during this haunted holiday.

Ranchman’s Halloween Resurrection

Two back-to-back nights of spooky fun are coming to Ranchman’s! Show up in costume for a chance to win $500, and groove along to live music from Brandon Lorenzo both nights.

When: Friday, Oct. 31 to Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025
Time: 9 p.m.
Where: Ranchman’s Cookhouse and Dance Hall — 9615 Macleod Trail S.
Tickets: Costumes get in free before 10 p.m.

Halloween Sleepover at TELUS Spark

Enjoy an exclusive Halloween sleepover full of creepy science, freaky findings and eerie experiments at Spark!

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 6 p.m. to 9 a.m.
Where: TELUS Spark Science Centre — 220 Saint George’s Drive NE
Tickets: $90

Diwali Masquerade

Join the celebration for the Hindu festival of lights in Halloween masquerade fashion.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Where: Empire Banquet Hall — 4826 11th St. NE
Cost: $89

GWAR – The Return of GOR GOR at MacEwan Hall

Experience Halloween in skull-smashing style with Gwar, a metal band that is not of this world, well-known for their bloody, high-energy live shows.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: MacEwan Hall — 2500 University Dr. NW
Tickets: $71

Steve Hackman’s Skull + Bones at Jack Singer Concert Hall

Get spooky with the Calgary Phil this Halloween as visionary conductor Steve Hackman leads the Orchestra in classic spine-tingling showpieces.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jack Singer Concert Hall — 225 8th Ave. SE
Tickets: $35+

Hollow’s Eve at ATP

Join the Alberta Theatre Project on Halloween night for Hollow’s Eve, featuring a special performance of The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 8 p.m.
Where: Martha Cohen Theatre — 215 8th Ave. SE
Tickets: $40+

Screamfest

This year’s Screamfest has seven new haunted houses and an ominous promise: you will scream.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 7 p.m. to midnight
Where: GMC Stadium, Stampede Park — 2200 Stampede Tr. SE
Tickets: $30+

Pumpkins After Dark Calgary

Everyone’s favourite pumpkin-themed extravaganza is back for another year in Calgary — now this is Halloween!

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 7 p.m.
Where: Winsport Tent 88 Canada Olympic Rd. SW
Cost: $22+

Train of Terror (18+)

All aboard! Canada’s only moving haunted house is back with an unforgettably terrifying evening you won’t forget.

When: Friday, Oct. 10 to Saturday, Oct. 11, 2025
Time: Fridays and Saturdays departing at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
Where: Aspen Crossing — 45 minutes SE of Calgary, 1 km west of Mossleigh, Alta.
Cost: Varies by date

Haunted Calgary Presents: Hell Night at Heritage Park

Join in the fun of a haunted Halloween zombie survival game at Heritage Park. Will you be the last human standing?

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 9:20 p.m.
Where: Heritage Park — 1900 Heritage Dr. SW
Cost: $67+

Haunted Ranch at Whiskey Rose

Step into Whiskey Rose’s Haunted Ranch this Halloween weekend! They’re kicking things off Friday night with live music from Nik n Mitch at 9 p.m., followed by DJ Phatty to keep the party going late.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Whiskey Rose Saloon — 1012 17th Ave. SW
Cost: $12+

Elton John’s Halloween Bash at the Ironwood Stage & Grill

Come dressed as your favourite ’70s rock star for this Elton John tribute at a beloved local venue.

When: Friday, Oct. 31, 2025
Time: 8:30 p.m.
Where: Ironwood Stage & Grill — 1229 9th Ave. SE
Cost: $40

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Em Medland-Marchen

Em is a Staff Writer for Curiocity Calgary. They are passionate about live music, rose gardens, iced coffee, and walks along the Bow River.

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